First Responder Friday Join members from the City of Graham Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks Departments one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more about those […]

The Alamance Adventure Race is back in 2023...a county-wide event that takes place over a 12-hour period. This is the 3rd year of this event! Using an app, teams will […]

Esperanza 2023 Date: Saturday, September 30, 2023 Times (see details below) For All Ages Cost: Free Location: One Festival. Two Locations. (see details below) “The vision of Esperanza 2023 is […]

Graham Walks Fall 2023 Online Registration: September 13 – October 18, 2023 Program Dates: October 11 – November 15, 2023 (5 weeks) Ages: 18 & up Cost: Free, registration is […]

When: 2nd Wednesday of each month (The Recreation Commission Monthly Meeting has been postponed to Wednesday, October 18.) Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, […]

IMPORTANT CONCERT UPDATE FOR 09/14/2023: Due to the sudden illness of a band member, we will need to reschedule the Thursdays at Seven Concert Series presenting The Magnificents Band (09/14) in Downtown Graham. Sorry for […]

Graham Historical Cemetery Tour Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023 Times: 4:00pm – 6:00pm Ages: high school/college/adult audience Cost: Free Location: Start/End at the Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, […]

Fall Lake Cruise on the Pontoon Graham Recreation & Parks invites you to experience a Fall Lake Cruise on the Pontoon boat at Graham-Mebane Lake. Enjoy the view, catch a […]

(POSTPONED - more information coming soon!): Lunch-and-Learn at the Graham Historical Museum: Alamance County Historical Courthouse Speaker: Russell Compton, Graham Historical Museum Board Member & Local Historian Topic: Alamance County […]

***WEATHER UPDATE for 10/20/2023: Due to the rainy weather forecast, we are postponing First Responder Friday. We will reschedule for Friday, November 3. See you then!*** First Responder Friday Join […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 4 Dates to Choose From: • Sunday, September 3 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, September 23 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, October 21 […]

Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash Date: Friday, October 27, 2023 Times: 6:00pm – 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Downtown Graham in Court Square The annual Downtown Graham Pumpkin Bash […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 4 Dates to Choose From: • Sunday, September 3 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, September 23 from 10:00am - 12:00pm • Saturday, October 21 […]

Trick or Treat at the Graham Recreation CenterDate: Tuesday, October 31, 2023Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pmAges: 5 - 14Cost: Free Location: Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, Graham, NC 27253 […]

Lunch-and-Learn at the Graham Historical Museum: Alamance County Historic Courthouse Speaker: Russell Compton, Graham Historical Museum Board Member & Local Historian, and Richard Hill, Alamance County Facilities Director Topic: Alamance […]

The Graham Recreation Commission monthly meeting for the month of November has been canceled. When: 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm […]

Downtown Graham’s Ice Skating Rink Dates: November 24 – December 17, 2023 (weather & staffing permitting) Session Times: 45-minute sessions begin on the hour (see Operational Hours on the website) […]

November 27 – the meeting will begin at 6:00pm (instead of 6:30pm) When: 4th Monday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, […]

62nd Annual Graham Christmas Parade Date: Saturday, December 2, 2023 Time: 10:00am Location: Downtown Graham The Graham Area Business Association presents the 62nd Annual Graham Christmas Parade. For more information […]

City of Graham Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration Sunday, December 3, 2023 Event Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm Tree Lighting Ceremony: 6:30pm, FIREWORKS will follow the lighting of the tree (rain/wind permitting) […]

The Graham Recreation Commission Monthly Meeting for December (12/13) has been canceled. When: 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, […]

December 25 – meeting moved to December 18 (6:30pm) When: 4th Monday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 About: […]

When: 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253 About: These meetings are open to the public. Street parking […]

The Graham Recreation Commission Monthly Meeting for February (02/14) has been postponed to (date: TBD). When: 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West […]

(DATE CHANGE: Tuesday, February 27 at 6:30pm at the Graham Historical Museum) When: 4th Monday of each month Time: 6:30pm Location: Graham Historical Museum • 135 West Elm Street, Graham, […]

Accessible Parks Grant - Public Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Times: 10:00am & 6:00pm For Adults of All Ages No Cost Location: Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, […]

Accessible Parks Grant - Public Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Times: 10:00am & 6:00pm For Adults of All Ages No Cost Location: Graham Recreation Center • 311 College Street, […]

Graham-Mebane Lake Bass Tournament Date: Saturday, March 30, 2024 Times: The gate opens at 7:00am, the mandatory meeting at 7:30am, and the launch and tournament will follow the meeting. All […]

The City of Graham Appearance Commission & Tree Board advocates the planting and preservation of trees on public rights-of-way and public properties, and we work to educate residents on the importance of […]

Arbor Day Poem Contest Entries Accepted: April 1 - 30, 2024 Submit the Completed Poem: by April 30, 2024 Three Age Groups: Elementary, Middle, & High School Students • Cost: […]

Arbor Day Kindness Rock Hunt Dates: April 1 - 30, 2024 or while prizes last For All Ages • Cost: Free Location: Downtown Graham About: Ready, set, go! The City […]

Going Bonkers for Botany Date: Tuesday, April 2, 2024 Times: 10:00am – 12:00pm Ages: Grades 3 – 5 Cost: Free, online registration is required Location: South Graham Park’s Nature Trail • 1609 […]

2024 Graham Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet  Date: Saturday, April 13, 2024 Time: 6:00pm For All Ages Tickets: $20/person, available online and in-person at the Graham Recreation Center beginning […]

Join members from the City of Graham Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks Departments one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more about those serving you. This opportunity is open to […]

Legacy Bass Tournament at Graham-Mebane Lake (a tournament for adult/youth entries) Date: Saturday, April 20, 2024 Times: The gate opens at 6:00am, the mandatory meeting begins at 6:30am, with the […]

Arbor Day in Graham’s Tree Planting Ceremony Date: Friday, April 26, 2024 Times: 10:00am - 11:00am, Tree Planting Ceremony will begin promptly at 10:00am Ages: For All Ages • Cost: […]

Graham Walks Spring 2024 Kicks Off Online Registration: April 17 – May 8, 2024Program Dates: May 1 – June 5, 2024 (5 weeks)Ages: 18 & upCost: Free, registration is required […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 5 Dates to Choose From: • Thursday, May 2 from 5:00pm – 7:30pm • Saturday, May 25 from 11:00am – 1:30pm • Thursday, May 30 […]

MAY MEETING UPDATE: The Graham Recreation Commission will meet on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 6:00pm at Graham-Mebane Lake (3218 Bason Road, Mebane NC.) The board will tour the lake […]

Youth Fishing Day Date: Saturday, May 11, 2024 Check-In Time: 8:30am – 9:00am Event Time: 9:00am – 11:00am Ages: 4 – 15 Cost: Free, online registration is required for participants, […]

Lunch-and-Learn at the Graham Historical Museum Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 • Times: 12:00pm – 1:00pm • Register Online Speaker: James Shields, Manager & Curator of the African-American Cultural Arts & […]

Join members from the City of Graham Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks Departments one Friday each month to connect, ask questions, and learn more about those serving you. This opportunity is open to […]

Bank Fishing Catfish Tournaments Dates: Saturdays – May 18, June 15, July 13, August 10, 2024 Time: 8:00pm – Midnight (in August, times are 7:00pm – 11:00pm) Ages: For all […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 5 Dates to Choose From: • Thursday, May 2 from 5:00pm – 7:30pm • Saturday, May 25 from 11:00am – 1:30pm • Thursday, May 30 […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 5 Dates to Choose From: • Thursday, May 2 from 5:00pm – 7:30pm • Saturday, May 25 from 11:00am – 1:30pm • Thursday, May 30 […]

Spokes & Safety Bike Rodeo Date: Friday, May 31, 2024 Times: 3:00pm - 6:00pm For Kids of All Ages Cost: Free Location: Bill Cooke Park • 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham, […]

Introduction to Kayaking: Basics & Balance Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024 Time: 9:00am - 1:30pm (class starts promptly at 9:00am) Difficulty Level: beginner, no experience required Ages: 16 & above […]

Musical Chairs Countywide Concert Series in Graham 1st Fridays (May – August) Times: 7:00pm – 9:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Bill Cooke Park • 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham, […]

Slice of Summer Date: Saturday, June 8, 2024 Time: 3:00pm – 7:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free NEW Downtown Graham Location: 100 & 200 blocks of West Elm Street and […]

Paddle Tour on the Lake 5 Dates to Choose From: • Thursday, May 2 from 5:00pm – 7:30pm • Saturday, May 25 from 11:00am – 1:30pm • Thursday, May 30 […]

Bank Fishing Catfish Tournaments Dates: Saturdays – May 18, June 15, July 13, August 10, 2024 Time: 8:00pm – Midnight (in August, times are 7:00pm – 11:00pm) Ages: For all […]

Lunch-and-Learn at the Graham Historical Museum Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2024 • Times: 12:00pm – 1:00pm • Register Online Speaker: James Shields, Manager & Curator of the African-American Cultural Arts & […]

Juneteenth Celebration in Graham Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024 Time: 1:00pm – 5:00pm For All Ages Cost: Free Location: Bill Cooke Park • 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham, NC 27253 The […]